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Palace announces 13 new appointees
April 19, 2024, 9:09 pm
MANILA – Malacañang Palace on Friday released the names of 13 new appointees, including former Foreign Affairs and Justice undersecretary Brigido Dulay.President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. appointed Dulay as Inspector General of the Internal Affairs Service of the Philippine National Police.The… Read More
CCC seeks transformative climate actions with private sector
April 19, 2024, 7:52 pm
MANILA – The Climate Change Commission (CCC) is seeking enhanced collaboration and partnership between the government and the private sector for collective progress on climate action. Addressing climate change requires a holistic approach that considers its interconnectedness with broader… Read More
Senator urges MMDA to void prior apprehensions of light e-vehicles
April 19, 2024, 7:43 pm
MANILA – Senator Grace Poe on Friday asked the Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA) to invalidate the penalties and impounding of e-bikes and e-trikes before President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s order for a one-month grace period in the implementation of the ban on national roads. "Dapat… Read More
Sandigan junks PhilForest exec plea to junk graft raps
April 19, 2024, 6:46 pm
MANILA – The Sandiganbayan has turned down pleas filed by the former vice president of the defunct Philippine Forest Corporation (PhilForest), Erwin Krishna Santos, and two others who sought the dismissal of graft charges against them in connection with the alleged misuse of PHP5.46 million in… Read More
Dismissal of panel head won't affect probe on sale of NFA rice stocks
April 19, 2024, 6:14 pm
MANILA – The Department of Agriculture (DA)'s probe into the alleged improper sale of rice stocks of the National Food Authority (NFA) remains intact despite the dismissal of the official leading the investigation. This came after the Office of the Ombudsman ordered the dismissal of the Bureau… Read More
PCO trains Coast Guard on FOI to boost gov't transparency
April 19, 2024, 6:08 pm
MANILA – Staff of the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) received comprehensive training from the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) on Freedom of Information (FOI) to boost the uniformed group’s information transparency. In a statement on Friday, the PCG said the trainees were newly appointed… Read More
Senators, NZ PM Luxon explore closer economic, security ties
April 19, 2024, 6:00 pm
MANILA – Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri met with New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon on Friday to discuss deeper engagements in economy and security. “We are especially interested in engaging New Zealand in deeper economic and agricultural cooperation,” Zubiri said after a… Read More
Buy P39/kg. rice at ‘Super Kadiwa’ stores, Abalos urges NCR residents
April 19, 2024, 5:41 pm
MANILA – Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Benjamin Abalos Jr. on Friday urged residents of the National Capital Region (NCR) to visit ‘Super Kadiwa’ centers to be able to buy rice at PHP39/kg. and other affordable high-quality produce. “Malaking katipiran po… Read More
DSWD launches 'Tara, Basa!' tutoring program in Samar
April 19, 2024, 5:40 pm
MANILA – The "Tara, Basa!" (Let's Read!) tutoring program got going in Samar province on Friday, in line with the Department of Social Welfare and Development's (DSWD) efforts to upscale the reformatted educational assistance program for struggling and non-reading elementary students, and their… Read More
Butuan Airport security officer lauded for returning gold ring
April 19, 2024, 5:39 pm
MANILA – A security screening officer has returned a gold ring left by a passenger at the Butuan Airport early this week, the Office for Transportation Security (OTS) said Friday. OTS officer in charge, Assistant Secretary Jose Briones Jr. commended Gina Edera who found the ring under the… Read More
CebuPac offers free rebooking for disrupted Dubai flights
April 19, 2024, 5:23 pm
MANILA – Low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific (CEB) has provided options following disruptions at the Dubai International Airport as a result of the recent heavy rains and flooding. The options include free rebooking or a travel fund for those who would like to postpone their flights until April 24.… Read More
25 kids in rehab in Region 2 get TESDA certificates
April 19, 2024, 5:07 pm
MANILA – Twenty-five children in conflict with the law (CICLs) in Region 2 (Cagayan Valley) have been given a new lease on life after receiving training certificates from the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA). The CICLs, who are residing at the Department of Social… Read More
DepEd seeks justice for slain Grade 8 learner in Batangas
April 19, 2024, 5:03 pm
MANILA – The Department of Education (DepEd) on Friday condemned the murder of a 13-year-old Grade 8 learner in Agoncillo town in Batangas province. In a statement, the department demanded swift justice following the incident, where the victim was reportedly shot in the head on her way to school… Read More
BI: Foreign students may be subjected to intel probe
April 19, 2024, 5:01 pm
MANILA – Foreign nationals in the Philippines holding student visas may be subjected to intelligence investigation by authorities if found involved in illicit acts, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) said Friday. In a statement, Immigration Commissioner Norman Tansingco said under Executive Order… Read More
PAF, US Air Force conclude 1st edition of Cope Thunder drills
April 19, 2024, 4:29 pm
MANILA – The Philippine Air Force (PAF) and the US Air Force (USAF) formally concluded the first iteration of Cope Thunder Philippines 24-1 exercises at Basa Air Base, Floridablanca, Pampanga on Friday. "On the concluding day of Cope Thunder, PAF and USAF maintenance personnel exchanged best… Read More
DA looking into soaring pork prices in markets
April 19, 2024, 4:27 pm
MANILA – The Department of Agriculture (DA) on Friday said it is now looking into surging pork prices, with some exceeding PHP400 per kg. "Ito iyong tinututukan natin dahil iyong presyo ng ating farmgate hindi naman ganun kataas, nasa (That's what we are focusing into now because our farmgate… Read More
Labor Day job fairs set in 94 sites nationwide
April 19, 2024, 4:26 pm
MANILA – The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) is set to hold simultaneous job fairs across the country in celebration of the 122nd Labor Day. In an advisory on Friday, the agency's Bureau of Local Employment (BLE) said these job fairs featuring local and overseas employment… Read More
Korean Air, Delta mull mounting direct flights via Clark
April 19, 2024, 4:19 pm
MANILA – Korean Air (KE) and Delta Air Lines are looking at mounting direct flights to Clark International Airport (CRK). "Everyone's eyes are now on Clark (Airport). We're looking at having direct flights there. Working as one, KE and Delta could bring the passengers to Korea and then to many… Read More
New revenue regulations to ease transactions, boost revenue collection
April 19, 2024, 3:48 pm
MANILA – Senator Sherwin Gatchalian on Friday expressed optimism that the implementation of revenue regulations enforcing the Ease of Paying Taxes (EOPT) Act will lead to smoother tax transactions and improved revenue collection to support economic growth. "Taxpayers can now rejoice as the dream… Read More
PBBM's visionary leadership driving positive change, progress in PH
April 19, 2024, 3:35 pm
MANILA – Speaker Martin Romualdez on Friday lauded President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for his inclusion in TIME magazine's "100 Most Influential People of 2024", citing the Philippine leader's visionary leadership in inspiring positive change and progress in the Philippines. In a statement,… Read More
